Johnson, who sat out the Dallas game with a groin strain, did not practice Wednesday, but he expects to play against the Eagles, the Newark Star-Ledger reports. “I’m ready,” Johnson said. “If you asked me my opinion, I think I’ll be out there.”

Likely to fill a backup safety roll with the return of Kenny Phillips and the acquisition of Antrel Rolle and Deon Grant. If Phillips can't make it all the way back, Johnson would have a more significant role.

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The Giants' starting strong safety, Johnson could be a decent source of tackles, a sack or two and a couple picks.